Page 1 Owner’s Manual Model Year 2014 Edition: July 2013 KTA-2747/1-VX-en 0 - 1 VAUXHALL Cascada Owner’s Manual Model Year 2014 Edition: July 2013 KTA-2747/1-VX-en...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ........2 In brief ..........6 Keys, doors and windows .... 18 Seats, restraints ......44 Storage ........68 Instruments and controls ..... 76 Lighting ........110 Climate control ......123 Driving and operating ....133 Vehicle care ....... 180 Service and maintenance ..
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction Introduction...
Page 4: Using This Manual
"Service and reasonable prices. Experienced ■ The Owner's Manual uses the maintenance" and "Technical data" mechanics trained by Vauxhall work factory engine designations. The as well as on the identification plate. according to specific Vauxhall corresponding sales designations instructions.
Page 5 Disregarding this information may lead to vehicle damage. Symbols Page references are indicated with 3. 3 means "see page". Thank you for choosing a Vauxhall. We wish you many hours of pleasurable driving. Your Vauxhall Team...
Page 6 Introduction...
Page 7: In Brief
In brief In brief Vehicle unlocking Initial drive information To open the boot lid, push the brand emblem at the bottom half. Press button c briefly to unlock the Pressing button x opens the boot doors and boot lid. Open the doors by lid while the vehicle remains locked.
Page 8: Seat Adjustment
In brief Seat adjustment Seat backrests Seat height Seat lengthwise adjustment Turn lever to the rear, adjust Lever pumping motion inclination and release lever. Allow = seat higher the seat to engage audibly. Pull handle, slide seat, release down = seat lower handle.
Page 9: Head Restraint Adjustment
In brief Head restraint adjustment Seat belt Power seat adjustment Operate switch 1: Press release button, adjust height, Pull out the seat belt and engage in engage. belt buckle. The seat belt must not be forward/backward = length twisted and must fit close against the adjustment Head restraints 3 44.
Page 10: Mirror Adjustment
In brief Mirror adjustment Steering wheel adjustment Exterior mirrors Interior mirror Select the relevant exterior mirror and Unlock the lever, adjust the steering adjust it. wheel, then engage the lever and To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on Convex exterior mirrors 3 28, ensure it is fully locked.
Page 11 In brief Instrument panel overview...
Page 12 In brief Power windows ..... 30 Hazard warning flashers ..117 19 Soft top operation switch ..33 Exterior mirrors ..... 28 Control indicator for airbag Central window switch ..30 Cruise control ..... 151 deactivation ......88 20 Selector lever, manual transmission .......
Page 13: Exterior Lighting
In brief Exterior lighting Headlight flash, high beam and low beam Automatic light control AUTO = automatic light control: Turn light switch: headlights are switched on headlight flash = pull lever and off automatically = lights off high beam = push lever = activation or deactivation 8 = sidelights low beam...
Page 14 In brief Horn Turn and lane-change signals Hazard warning flashers Operated with the ¨ button. lever up = right turn signal Press j. lever down = left turn signal Hazard warning flashers 3 117. Turn and lane-change signals 3 117, Parking lights 3 118.
Page 15: Washer And Wiper Systems
In brief Washer and wiper systems Climate control Windscreen and headlight washer systems Windscreen wiper Heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors Pull lever. = fast Windscreen and headlight washer = slow The heating is operated by pressing system 3 78, Washer fluid 3 184. P = timed interval wiping or the Ü...
Page 16: Manual Transmission
In brief Transmission Demisting and defrosting the Demisting and defrosting the windows, Air conditioning windows, Electronic climate Manual transmission system control Reverse: with the vehicle stationary, Press button V. Press button V. wait 3 seconds after depressing Set the temperature control to the Press button n for cooling.
Page 17: Starting Off
In brief Starting off Automatic transmission Starting the engine Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 203, 3 236. ■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 182. ■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free from dirt, snow and ice and are operational.
Page 18 In brief Parking Stop-start system off the ignition. Turn the front wheels towards the kerb. ■ After running at high engine speeds Caution or with high engine loads, operate the engine briefly at a low load or Do not park the vehicle on an run in neutral for approx.
Page 19: Keys, Doors And Windows
Keys, doors and windows Keys, doors and Keys, locks Key with foldaway key section windows Keys Replacement keys Keys, locks ........18 The key number is specified in the Car Pass or on a detachable tag. Doors ........... 23 The key number must be quoted Vehicle security ......
Page 20: Radio Remote Control
Keys, doors and windows Radio remote control Handle with care, protect from Radio remote control battery moisture and high temperatures and replacement avoid unnecessary operation. Replace the battery as soon as the range reduces. Fault If the central locking system cannot be operated with the radio remote control, it may be due to the following: ■...
Page 21: Central Locking System
Keys, doors and windows Memorised settings Central locking system Key with foldaway key section Whenever the key is removed from Unlocks and locks doors, load the ignition switch, the following compartment and fuel filler flap. settings are automatically memorised A pull on an interior door handle by the key: unlocks the respective door.
Page 22 Keys, doors and windows Unlocking ■ to unlock only the driver's door, load compartment and fuel filler flap, press button c once briefly. To unlock the entire vehicle, press button c twice briefly. The setting can be changed in the menu Settings in the Info-Display 3 102.
Page 23: Automatic Locking
Keys, doors and windows Fault in radio remote control Fault in central locking system system Unlocking Manually unlock the driver's door by Unlocking turning the key in the lock. The passenger's door can be opened by pulling the interior handle twice. The load compartment and fuel filler flap cannot be opened.
Page 24: Doors
Keys, doors and windows Doors Additionally it is configurable to unlock the driver's door or both doors after the ignition is switched off and Load compartment the ignition key is removed (manual transmission) or the selector lever is Boot lid moved to P position (automatic transmission).
Page 25 Keys, doors and windows Closing Blockage of soft top Note The installation of certain heavy The soft top can only be operated accessories onto the boot lid may when the boot lid is closed. affect its ability to remain open. General hints for operating the boot lid 9 Danger...
Page 26: Vehicle Security
Keys, doors and windows Vehicle security Activating ■ Vehicle inclination, e.g. if it is raised ■ Ignition Anti-theft locking system Activation ■ Self-activated 30 seconds after 9 Warning locking the vehicle (initialisation of the system) Do not use the system if there are people in the vehicle! The doors ■...
Page 27 Keys, doors and windows Activation without monitoring of 1. Close boot lid, bonnet, windows Status LED and soft top. passenger compartment and vehicle inclination 2. Press button o. LED in the button o illuminates for a maximum of 10 minutes. 3.
Page 28 Keys, doors and windows Seek the assistance of a workshop in unlocked with the radio remote If the control indicator continues the event of faults. control. Additionally a warning flashing, attempt to start the engine message is displayed in the Driver using the spare key and seek the Deactivation Information Centre after switching on...
Page 29: Exterior Mirrors
Keys, doors and windows Exterior mirrors In position 0 no mirror is selected. Electric folding Convex shape Folding mirrors The convex exterior mirror contains an aspherical area and reduces blind spots. The shape of the mirror makes objects appear smaller, which will affect the ability to estimate distances.
Page 30: Interior Mirrors
Keys, doors and windows Interior mirrors Heated mirrors Automatic anti-dazzle Manual anti-dazzle Dazzle from following vehicles at Operated by pressing the Ü button. night is automatically reduced. The LED in the button indicates To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on activation.
Page 31: Windows
Keys, doors and windows Windows Windscreen stickers Do not attach stickers such as toll Windscreen road stickers or similar on the windscreen in the area of the interior mirror. Otherwise the detection zone Heat-reflecting windscreen of the sensor and the view area of the The heat-reflecting windscreen has a camera in the mirror housing could be coating which reflects solar radiation.
Page 32 Keys, doors and windows Central switch , Override safety function Opening ■ Press button c once briefly: the In the event of closing difficulties due doors are unlocked. to frost or the like, switch on the ignition, then pull the switch to the first ■...
Page 33: Heated Rear Window
Keys, doors and windows Heated rear window 10 seconds; pressing button once Activate the window electronics for more continues closing. each window, beginning with the rear windows, as following: ■ If the soft top is already closed but windows are opened: pressing 1.
Page 34: Roof
Keys, doors and windows Roof If the sun visors have integral mirrors, Operation with the switch in the the mirror covers should be closed centre console when driving. Soft top Operable with ignition switch in A ticket holder is located on the position 1 or 2 (ignition on) 3 134.
Page 35 Keys, doors and windows Close soft top Operation with remote control Close soft top Open soft top Hold switch pushed until the soft top Hold button e pressed until the soft and the soft top lid are completely top, the soft top lid and the windows Hold button c pressed until the soft closed.
Page 36 Keys, doors and windows Safety stop The button on the remote control or the switch in the centre console must be actuated until the soft top is in its respective end position. Releasing the button or the switch during operation stops soft top movement immediately.
Page 37 Keys, doors and windows General hints Manual closing in the event of a Manual operation of the soft top is system fault permitted only for closing. Note In case of malfunction of the electro- ■ Always actuate the operation Read the following description hydraulic actuation, the opened soft switch until the acoustic signal completely before starting to...
Page 38 Keys, doors and windows 3. On the inside of the upper load 5. Lift up soft top lid from both sides ■ Allen key with 4 mm hexagon on the compartment edge is a lever for simultaneously up to approx. the long side and 6 mm hexagon on the releasing the soft top lid.
Page 39 Keys, doors and windows 6. Insert the 4 mm Allen key into the 10. Haul in the attached strings marked position of the flap-drive around the marked position at the unit. Turn the Allen key clockwise hinge on both sides and pull the all the way to the stop, so that the end of the string through the loop, sideways flaps are swivelled in.
Page 40 Keys, doors and windows 13. Move the front bow (1) to the windscreen frame. 14. Remove the small lid in the windscreen frame trim using a screwdriver which is inserted in the recess of the lid. 12. Pull out the soft top by lifting up the 16.
Page 41: Wind Deflector
Keys, doors and windows Wind deflector To install the deflectors, the soft top should be opened. Fitting of the small wind deflector ■ Fold down left rear backrest 3 71. 18. Push down firmly each side of the tension bow. Simultaneously pull the string with a screwdriver cross There are two wind deflectors located in the loop slowly and continuous...
Page 42 Keys, doors and windows ■ Insert the adapter of the deflector ■ Extract the four locking pins of the ■ With the hinges behind the front with the elevation into the opposite deflector: the upper ones leap out seats insert the right side locking recess of the guidance.
Page 43: Rollover Protection System
Keys, doors and windows Rollover protection system Stowing the wind deflector To stow the deflector, move in the The rollover protection system rear locking pins by pushing back and consists of a reinforced windscreen turning the pins into the brackets. frame and anti-roll bars under covers Push back the sliders of the front behind the rear head restraints.
Page 44 Keys, doors and windows The airbag control indicator v illuminates if the anti-roll bars have been deployed. The system deploys with the soft top opened or closed. The soft top must not be operated if the anti-roll bars have been deployed. A continuous warning will sound and a message appears in the Driver Information Centre if the switch is...
Page 45: Seats, Restraints
Seats, restraints Seats, restraints Head restraints Adjustment Head restraints on front seats Position Head restraints ......44 9 Warning Front seats ........46 Seat belts ........53 Only drive with the head restraint Airbag system ......56 set to the proper position. Child restraints ......
Page 46: Active Head Restraints
Seats, restraints Horizontal adjustment Head restraints on rear seats Press both catches, pull the head restraint upwards and remove. Pull bolster of head restraint forwards Height adjustment Place the head restraint in a net bag slowly. It engages in several Pull the head restraint upwards and and secure the underside of the bag positions.
Page 47: Front Seats
Seats, restraints Front seats Note ■ Sit with shoulders as far back Approved accessories may only be against the backrest as possible. attached if the seat is not in use. Set the backrest rake so that it is Seat position possible to easily reach the steering wheel with arms slightly 9 Warning...
Page 48 Seats, restraints Seat adjustment Seat lengthwise adjustment Seat backrest 9 Danger Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from the steering wheel, to permit safe airbag deployment. 9 Warning Never adjust seats while driving as they could move uncontrollably. Drive only with engaged seats and Pull handle, slide seat, release Turn lever to the rear, adjust backrests.
Page 49 Seats, restraints Seat height Seat inclination Lumbar support Lever pumping motion Lever pumping motion Adjust lumbar support using the four- way switch to suit personal = seat higher = front end higher requirements. down = seat lower down = front end lower Moving support up and down: push switch up or down.
Page 50: Seat Folding
Seats, restraints Adjustable thigh support To restore, slide the seat backwards Caution to the stop. Lift backrest to upright position without operating any lever. When seat height is in highest Ensure backrest engages. position, push head restraints When fully engaged the seat will be in down and lift up sun visors before original position again.
Page 51: Power Seat Adjustment
Seats, restraints To restore, lift backrest to upright Overload Seat lengthwise adjustment position and engage. The seat slides If the folding function is electrically automatically backwards to the overloaded, the power supply is original position. automatically cut-off for a short time. In case the head restraint of the Power seat adjustment folded backrest is blocked by the...
Page 52 Seats, restraints Seat height Seat inclination Seat backrests Move switch upwards/downwards. Move front of switch upwards/ Turn switch forwards/backwards. downwards.
Page 53 Seats, restraints Armrest Lumbar support Adjustable thigh support Adjust lumbar support using the four- Pull the lever and slide the thigh The armrest can be slid forwards by way switch to suit personal support. 10 cm. Under the armrest there is a requirements.
Page 54: Seat Belts
Seats, restraints Seat belts Heating Ventilating Adjust ventilation to the desired Adjust heating to the desired setting The seat belts are locked during setting by pressing the A button for by pressing the ß button for the heavy acceleration or deceleration of the respective seat one or more respective seat one or more times.
Page 55 Seats, restraints Seat belts are designed to be used by ■ a timeout of 45 seconds, only one person at a time. Child ■ the vehicle is driven longer than restraint system 3 62. 15 seconds with a speed more than Periodically check all parts of the belt 3 mph.
Page 56: Three-Point Seat Belt
Seats, restraints Three-point seat belt 9 Warning Fastening Incorrect handling (e.g. removal or fitting of belts) can trigger the belt pretensioners. Deployment of the belt pretensioners is indicated by continuous illumination of control indicator v 3 88. Triggered belt pretensioners must be replaced by a workshop.
Page 57: Airbag System
Seats, restraints Airbag system Removing Using the seat belt while pregnant The airbag system consists of a number of individual systems depending on the scope of equipment. When triggered, the airbags inflate within milliseconds. They also deflate so quickly that it is often unnoticeable during the collision.
Page 58 Seats, restraints Each airbag is triggered only once. Child restraint systems on front geschützt ist, da dies den TOD oder Have deployed airbags replaced by SCHWERE VERLETZUNGEN DES passenger seat with airbag a workshop. Furthermore, it may be KINDES zur Folge haben kann. systems necessary to have the steering FR: NE JAMAIS utiliser un siège...
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Page 61: Front Airbag System
Seats, restraints Front airbag system Fit the seat belt correctly and engage securely. Only then the The front airbag system consists of airbag is able to protect. one airbag in the steering wheel and one in the instrument panel on the Side airbag system front passenger side.
Page 62: Airbag Deactivation
Seats, restraints Airbag deactivation Use the ignition key to choose the position: The front passenger airbag system *OFF = front passenger airbag is must be deactivated if a child restraint deactivated and will not system is to be fitted on this seat. The inflate in the event of a side airbags, the belt pretensioners collision.
Page 63: Child Restraints
■ Group 0, Group 0+ Change status only when the vehicle person on a seat with deactivated is stopped with the ignition off. Vauxhall Baby Safe, with or without front passenger airbag. ISOFIX base, for children up to Status remains until the next change.
Page 64 Seats, restraints Children should travel facing A child restraint system which has 9 Warning rearwards in the vehicle as long as been subjected to stress in an possible. This makes sure that the accident must be replaced. When using a child restraint child's backbone, which is still very system on the front passenger weak, is under less strain in the event...
Page 65: Child Restraint Installation Locations
Seats, restraints Child restraint installation locations Permissible options for fitting a child restraint system On front passenger seat Weight and age class activated airbag deactivated airbag On rear seats Group 0: up to 10 kg or approx. 10 months Group 0+: up to 13 kg or approx.
Page 66 Seats, restraints Permissible options for fitting an ISOFIX child restraint system Weight class Size class Fixture On front passenger seat On rear seats Group 0: up to 10 kg ISO/R1 IL * Group 0+: up to 13 kg ISO/R1 IL * ISO/R2 IL * ISO/R3...
Page 67 Seats, restraints ISOFIX size class and seat device A – ISO/F3 = Forward-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class 9 to 18 kg. B – ISO/F2 = Forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kg. B1 –...
Page 68: Top-Tether Fastening Eyes
Seats, restraints ISOFIX child restraint Top-tether fastening eyes ISOFIX child restraint systems of universal category positions are systems The vehicle has two fastening eyes marked in the table by IUF 3 64. on the backside of the rear backrests. Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX Top-Tether fastening eyes are child restraint systems to the ISOFIX marked with the symbol : for a child...
Page 69: Storage
Storage Storage Storage compartments The glovebox features a pen holder, a credit card holder and a coin holder. 9 Warning Storage compartments ....68 Do not store heavy or sharp Load compartment ....... 71 objects in the storage Loading information ..... 75 compartments.
Page 70: Storage Compartment
Storage Cupholders Front storage Depending on the version, cupholders are located under a cover in the centre console. Slide cover backwards. Bottles can be stowed after folding up the intermediate shelf 3 70. Cupholders are located in the centre A storage compartment is located console.
Page 71: Centre Console Storage
Storage Armrest storage A further storage compartment is located under the intermediate shelf. Fold up the intermediate shelf and fix Storage under the front armrest it in the vertical position. The frame of the cupholder can be reintegrated to stow bottles. Rear console Press button to remove the frame of the cupholder.
Page 72 Storage Load compartment Load compartment extension Folding load compartment partition To enlarge the load compartment when the soft top is closed, the load compartment partition can be folded ■ Close soft top 3 33. ■ Open the boot lid 3 23. ■...
Page 73 Storage ■ Pull the release switch p on one or Pass-through flap behind rear seats 9 Warning both sides of the load compartment, to fold down the Take care when operating the backrests onto the seat cushion. electric foldable rear seats. The ■...
Page 74: Rear Floor Storage Cover
Storage Rear floor storage cover open the soft top. The pass-through flap must be closed in vertical position. Rear floor cover Rear storage Hooks for carrier bags ■ Open the pass-through by swivelling the flap upwards to horizontal position. The flap is fixed in opened and closed position by a Velcro fastener.
Page 75: Lashing Eyes
Storage Lashing eyes Warning triangle First aid kit The first aid kit is stowed on the right The lashing eyes are designed to Warning triangle is stowed in the side in the load compartment behind secure items against slippage, e.g. space on the inside of the boot lid a strap.
Page 76: Loading Information
Storage Loading information ■ The load must not obstruct the To calculate the payload, enter the operation of the pedals, parking data for your vehicle in the Weights brake and gear selector lever, or table at the front of this manual. ■...
Page 77: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and controls Instruments and Controls Steering wheel controls controls Steering wheel adjustment Controls ........76 Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ........... 83 Information displays ..... 94 Vehicle messages ...... 100 Vehicle personalisation ....102 The Infotainment system, some driver assistance systems and a connected mobile phone can be operated via the Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel,...
Page 78: Horn
Instruments and controls Heated steering wheel Horn The recommended grip areas of the steering wheel are heated quicker Activate heating by pressing * and to a higher temperature than the Press j. other areas. button. Activation is indicated by the LED in the button.
Page 79: Windscreen Wiper/Washer
Instruments and controls Windscreen wiper/washer Adjustable wiper interval Automatic wiping with rain sensor Windscreen wiper Wiper lever in position P. P = automatic wiping with rain sensor Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the = fast desired wipe interval: The rain sensor detects the amount of = slow short = turn adjuster wheel...
Page 80 Instruments and controls Adjustable sensitivity of the rain Windscreen and headlight sensor washer Keep the sensor free from dust, dirt and ice. Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed sensitivity: onto the windscreen and the wiper = turn adjuster wheel wipes a few times.
Page 81: Outside Temperature
Instruments and controls Outside temperature If outside temperature drops to 3 °C, a warning message is displayed in the A drop in temperature is indicated Driver Information Centre. immediately and a rise in temperature after a time delay. 9 Warning The road surface may already be icy even though the display indicates a few degrees above...
Page 82: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and controls ■ Display digital clock: Switches on/ off indication of time on the display. ■ RDS clock synchronization: The RDS signal of most VHF transmitters automatically sets the time. RDS time synchronisation can take a few minutes. Some transmitters do not send a correct time signal.
Page 83: Power Outlet
Instruments and controls Power outlets Adjust all settings. A further 12 Volt power outlet is located in the rear console. Fold the Set date cover downwards. To adjust the time settings, select the Do not exceed the maximum power Set Date menu item. Turn the consumption of 120 watts.
Page 84: Warning Lights, Gauges And Indicators
Instruments and controls Warning lights, gauges Cigarette lighter and indicators Instrument cluster In some versions, the needles of the instruments briefly rotate to the end position when the ignition is switched Speedometer The portable ashtray can be placed in the cupholders. The cigarette lighter is located in the front console.
Page 85: Trip Odometer
Instruments and controls Odometer Trip odometer Driver Information Centre 3 94. Tachometer The bottom line displays the recorded W displays the recorded distance distance in miles. since the last reset. Displays the engine speed. Two trip odometer are selectable for different trips.
Page 86: Fuel Gauge
Instruments and controls Fuel gauge Engine coolant Caution temperature gauge If engine coolant temperature is too high, stop vehicle, switch off engine. Danger to engine. Check coolant level. Service display The engine oil life system lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter.
Page 87: Control Indicators
Instruments and controls The remaining oil life duration is The system must be reset every time ignition is switched on, most control displayed in the Vehicle Information the engine oil is changed to allow indicators will illuminate briefly as a Menu.
Page 88 Instruments and controls Control indicators in the instrument cluster...
Page 89: Seat Belt Reminder
Instruments and controls Control indicators in the centre Bulb replacement 3 188, Fuses When the ignition is switched on, the control indicator illuminates for 3 196. console approx. 4 seconds. If it does not Turn signals 3 117. illuminate, does not extinguish after 4 seconds or illuminates whilst Seat belt reminder driving, there is a fault in the airbag...
Page 90: Malfunction Indicator Light
Instruments and controls Illuminates for approx. 60 seconds Illuminates when the engine is Flashes when the engine is after the ignition is switched on. The running running front passenger airbag is activated. Stop, switch off engine. Vehicle Fault that could lead to catalytic * illuminates yellow.
Page 91: Antilock Brake System
Instruments and controls Clutch pedal must be operated to Flashes 9 Warning start the engine. Stop-start system Electric parking brake is not fully 3 136. applied or released. Switch on Have the cause of the fault ignition, depress brake pedal and remedied immediately by a Illuminates attempt to reset the system by first...
Page 92: Power Steering
Instruments and controls Upshift Illuminates green Illuminates System is switched on and ready to A fault in the system is present. A [ is indicated as symbol or is popped operate. warning message appears in the up as full page in the Driver Driver Information Centre.
Page 93: Engine Oil Pressure
Instruments and controls The diesel particle filter requires Flashes 1. Depress clutch. cleaning. Fault in system or tyre without 2. Select neutral gear, set selector pressure sensor mounted (e.g. spare Continue driving until % lever to N. wheel). After 60-90 seconds the extinguishes.
Page 94: Rear Fog Light
Instruments and controls High beam assist Rear fog light Illuminates Level in fuel tank is too low. l illuminates green. r illuminates yellow. The rear fog light is on 3 118. Flashes The high beam assist or intelligent light range is activated 3 112, Fuel used up.
Page 95: Driver Information Centre
Instruments and controls Information displays ■ Vehicle Information Menu X Press the MENU button to switch between the menus or to return from ■ Trip/Fuel Information MenuW a submenu to the next higher menu Driver Information Centre ■ ECO Information Menu s level.
Page 96 Instruments and controls ■ Tire Pressure: checks tyre pressure of all wheels during driving 3 204 ■ Tire Load: select tyre pressure category according to the actually inflated tyre pressure 3 204 ■ Speed Warning: if exceeding the Press the SET/CLR button to select a preset speed, a warning chime will function or to confirm a message.
Page 97 Instruments and controls Page 2: Page 3: Page 1: ■ Trip odometer 2 ■ Digital speed ■ Trip odometer 1 ■ Average consumption 2 ■ Range ■ Average consumption 1 ■ Average speed 2 ■ Instantaneous consumption ■ Average speed 1 The information of page 1 and page 2 can be reset separately for odometer, average consumption and...
Page 98 Instruments and controls To reset, press the SET/CLR button Additionally the control indicator for a few seconds separately for I in the fuel gauge illuminates or selected page 1 or 2. flashes 3 92. Average speed 1 or 2 Instantaneous consumption Display of average speed.
Page 99: Info-Display
Instruments and controls above recommends upshifting for switched off consumer disappears in 5 mile steps and shows the effect fuel saving reasons. from the list and the consumption of topography or driving behaviour value will be updated. on fuel consumption. Eco index display: The current fuel consumption is indicated on a During sporadic driving conditions,...
Page 100 Instruments and controls Depending on the Infotainment Colour-Info-Display ■ system settings system, the Graphic-Info-Display is ■ vehicle messages 3 100 available in two versions. ■ settings for vehicle personalisation 3 102 The type of information and how it is displayed depends on the equipment of the vehicle and the settings made.
Page 101: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and controls Vehicle messages Turn multifunction knob to: ■ select a setting or value Messages are indicated in the Driver ■ display a menu option Information Centre (DIC), in some Push multifunction knob to: cases together with a warning and ■...
Page 102: Warning Chimes
Instruments and controls Warning chimes Messages in the Driver ■ Cruise control Information Centre (DIC) ■ Speed limiter When starting the engine or ■ Parking assist systems whilst driving ■ Lighting, bulb replacement Only one warning chime will sound at ■...
Page 103: Vehicle Personalisation
Instruments and controls Vehicle personalisation ■ If a warning message appears in 1. Switch off immediately any the Driver Information Centre. electrical consumers which are not required for a safe ride, e.g. ■ If the parking assist detects an The vehicle's behaviour can be seat heating, heated rear window object.
Page 104 Instruments and controls The following settings can be ■ Sport steering: Steering support is selected by turning and pressing the reduced. multifunction knob: ■ Swap backlight colour main instr.: ■ Sport mode settings Change of instrument illumination colour. ■ Languages ■...
Page 105 Instruments and controls Vehicle settings ■ Exterior ambient lighting Duration upon exit of vehicle: Activates or deactivates and change the duration of exit lighting. Exterior lighting by unlocking: Activates or deactivates the welcome lighting. ■ Power door locks Auto door lock: Activates or deactivates the automatic door unlocking function after switching off ignition.
Page 106 Instruments and controls driver's door or the whole vehicle Sport mode settings whilst unlocking. The driver can select the functions which will be activated in Sport mode Auto relock doors: Activates or 3 149. deactivates the automatic relock function after unlocking without ■...
Page 107 Instruments and controls Phone settings Climate control mode: Controls the Side blind zone alert: Changes the state of the cooling compressor settings for the side blind spot alert See description for Infotainment when the vehicle is started. Last system. system in the Infotainment system setting (recommended) or at manual.
Page 108 Instruments and controls Remote door unlock: Changes the Settings in the Colour-Info- ■ Radio Settings configuration to unlock only the Display ■ Phone Settings driver's door or the whole vehicle CD 600/Navi 650/Navi 950 ■ Navigation Settings whilst unlocking. Press the CONFIG button on the ■...
Page 109 Instruments and controls Radio Settings Vehicle Settings ■ Lighting See Infotainment system manual for ■ Climate and Air Quality Vehicle Locator Lights: Activate or further information. deactivate the entry lighting. Auto Fan Speed: Modifies the level of the cabin airflow of the climate Exit Lighting: Activate or deactivate Phone Settings control in automatic mode.
Page 110 Instruments and controls Remote Door Unlock: Change the configuration to unlock only the driver's door or the whole vehicle whilst unlocking. Relock Remotely Unlocked Doors: Activates or deactivates the automatic relock function after unlocking without opening the vehicle. ■ Return to Factory Settings?: Reset all settings to the default settings.
Page 111: Lighting
Lighting Lighting Exterior lighting Light switch with Automatic light control Light switch Exterior lighting ......110 Interior lighting ......119 Lighting features ......121 Turn light switch: AUTO = automatic light control: Turn light switch: Headlights are switched = lights off on and off automatically 8 = sidelights depending on external...
Page 112: Automatic Light Control
Lighting Automatic light control The current status of automatic light Furthermore the headlights are control is displayed In the Driver switched on if the windscreen wipers Information Centre. have been activated for several wipes. When switching on the ignition, automatic light control is active. Tunnel detection When headlights are on, 8 When a tunnel is entered headlights...
Page 113: Headlight Flash
Lighting High beam assist Activation If a headlight flash is activated when the high beam is on, the high beam This feature allows high beam to assist will be deactivated. function as the main driving light at If a headlight flash is activated when night and when vehicle speed is the high beam is off, the high beam faster than 25 mph.
Page 114: Headlight Range Adjustment
Lighting Headlight range Dynamic automatic headlight Vehicles with Xenon headlight levelling 3 114. system adjustment Headlights when driving Manual headlight range abroad adjustment The asymmetrical headlight beam extends visibility at the edge of the road at the passenger side. However, when driving in countries where traffic drives on the opposite side of the road, adjust the headlights to prevent dazzling of oncoming...
Page 115: Daytime Running Lights
Lighting To deactivate, operate the same With the light switch in position Country lighting procedure as described above. AUTO all lighting functions are Activated automatically at a speed Control indicator f will not flash when available. range between approx. 34 and function is deactivated.
Page 116 Lighting Dynamic curve lighting Control indicator f 3 93. Activation Reversing function If the headlights are on and reverse gear is engaged, both corner lights are switched on. They remain illuminated for 20 seconds after disengaging reverse gear or until driving faster than 10 mph in a The light beam pivots based on forward gear.
Page 117 Lighting If a headlight flash is activated when If there are no restrictions detected, A special topographical evaluation the high beam is on, the high beam the system switches back to high function detects preceding vehicles assist will be deactivated. beam.
Page 118: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting Automatic high beam activation Fault in Adaptive forward In the event of an accident with airbag operates at a speed above 25 mph deployment the hazard warning lighting system and deactivates below 12 mph. flashers are activated automatically. When the system detects a failure in Intelligent light ranging operates the Adaptive forward lighting system, above 35 mph.
Page 119: Parking Lights
Lighting Parking lights For three flashes, e.g. when changing Light switch in position AUTO: lanes, press the lever until resistance switching on front fog lights will switch is felt and then release. headlights on automatically. When a trailer is connected, turn Rear fog lights signal flashes six times when pressing the lever until resistance is...
Page 120: Interior Lighting
Lighting Interior lighting Reversing lights Turn thumb wheel A and hold until the desired brightness is obtained. The reversing light comes on when Instrument panel On vehicles with light sensor, the the ignition is on and reverse gear is brightness can only be adjusted when illumination control selected.
Page 121: Reading Lights
Lighting Sunvisor lights Front courtesy light Ambient light Ambient light consists of indirect Illuminates when the cover is opened. lights in the doors and around the gear selector lever. Ambient light can be dimmed using thumb wheel A together with the instrument panel illumination 3 119.
Page 122: Exit Lighting
Lighting Lighting features ■ door pocket lights, Path lighting Headlights, tail lights, reversing lights ■ console lights. Entry lighting and number plate lights illuminate the Activation, deactivation and duration surrounding area for an adjustable of this function can be changed in the time after leaving the vehicle.
Page 123: Battery Discharge Protection
Lighting Exit lighting is switched off ■ Heated seats immediately if the turn signal lever is ■ Fan pulled while the driver's door is open. In the second stage, a message Activation, deactivation and duration which confirms activation of the of this function can be changed in the vehicle battery discharge protection Info-Display.
Page 124: Climate Control
Climate control Climate control Climate control systems Heating will not be fully effective until the engine has reached normal operating temperature. Heating and ventilation system Air distribution Climate control systems ..... 123 s = to windscreen and front door Air vents ........131 windows Maintenance ......
Page 125: Air Conditioning System
Climate control Air conditioning system Demisting and defrosting Cooling n ■ Press button V: fan automatically Press button n to switch on cooling. In addition to the heating and switches to higher speed, the air Activation is indicated by the LED in ventilation system, the air distribution is directed towards the the button.
Page 126 Climate control If no cooling or drying is required, Maximum cooling 9 Warning switch off the cooling system for fuel saving reasons. Activated cooling The exchange of fresh air is might inhibit autostops. reduced in air recirculation mode. In operation without cooling the air Air recirculation system 4 humidity increases, so the windows may mist up from inside.
Page 127: Electronic Climate Control
Climate control Demisting and defrosting the Note If the V button is pressed while the windows V engine is running, an Autostop will be inhibited until the V button is pressed again. If the V button is pressed while the engine is in an Autostop, the engine will restart automatically.
Page 128 Climate control Automatic mode AUTO ■ Press n to switch on optimal cooling and demisting. Activation is indicated by the LED in the button. ■ Set the preselected temperatures for driver and front passenger using the left and right rotary knob. Recommended temperature is 22 °C.
Page 129 Climate control Demisting and defrosting the Setting of automatic rear window heating can be changed in the menu windows V Settings in the Info-Display. Vehicle personalisation 3 102. Note If the V button is pressed while the engine is running, an Autostop will be inhibited until the V button is pressed again.
Page 130 Climate control Fan speed Z Air distribution s, M, K Cooling n Press lower button to decrease or Press button n to switch on cooling. Press appropriate button for desired upper button to increase fan speed as Activation is indicated by the LED in adjustment.
Page 131: Air Recirculation Mode
Climate control If no cooling or drying is required, Air recirculation mode 4 compartment air deteriorates, switch off the cooling system for fuel which may cause the vehicle saving reasons. When the cooling occupants to feel drowsy. system is switched off, no engine restart will be requested by the In warm and very humid ambient air climate control system during an...
Page 132: Air Vents
Climate control Air vents Maintenance Adjustable air vents Air intake At least one air vent must be open while the cooling is on. Direct the flow of air by tilting and swivelling the slats. To close the vent, turn the adjuster wheel towards the smaller W symbol.
Page 133: Air Conditioning Regular
Climate control Air conditioning regular operation In order to ensure continuously efficient performance, cooling must be operated for a few minutes once a month, irrespective of the weather and time of year. Operation with cooling is not possible when the outside temperature is too low.
Page 134: Driving And Operating
Driving and operating Driving and operating Driving hints Pedals To ensure the pedal travel is Control of the vehicle uninhibited, there must be no mats in the area of the pedals. Driving hints ....... 133 Never coast with engine not Steering Starting and operating ....
Page 135: Starting And Operating
Driving and operating Starting and operating Ground clearance Ignition switch positions Due to the reduced ground clearance, New vehicle running-in the vehicle can be damaged depending on the vehicle loading and Do not brake unnecessarily hard for appearance of the ground. Take the first few journeys.
Page 136: Starting The Engine
Driving and operating ■ Power windows Diesel engine: turn the key to position Starting the vehicle at low 2 for preheating until control temperatures ■ Power outlets indicator ! extinguishes. Starting the engine without additional Power to the Infotainment system will Turn the key briefly to position 3 and heaters is possible down to -25 °С...
Page 137: Overrun Cut-Off
Driving and operating Stop-start system Possible reasons for a non-starting Deactivation engine: The stop-start system helps to save ■ Clutch pedal not operated (manual fuel and to reduce the exhaust transmission) emissions. When conditions allow, it ■ Brake pedal not operated or switches off the engine as soon as the selector lever not in P or N vehicle is at a low speed or at a...
Page 138 Driving and operating Conditions for an Autostop Otherwise an Autostop will be inhibited. The stop-start system checks if each of the following conditions is fulfilled: Certain settings of the climate control system may inhibit an Autostop. See ■ The stop-start system is not Climate control chapter for more manually deactivated details 3 126.
Page 139 Driving and operating Restart of the engine by the ■ the driver's seat belt is unfastened ■ Always apply parking brake. Apply and the driver's door is opened manual parking brake without driver pressing release button. Apply as ■ the engine temperature is too low Depress the clutch pedal to restart the firmly as possible on downhill or engine.
Page 140: Engine Exhaust
Driving and operating Engine exhaust Note take up to 25 minutes. Typically it In the event of an accident with needs between 7 and 12 minutes. airbag deployment, the engine is Autostop is not available and fuel turned off automatically if the vehicle consumption may be higher during 9 Danger comes to a standstill within a certain...
Page 141: Catalytic Converter
Driving and operating Simultaneously Diesel partic. filter is Cleaning takes place quickest at high rectified by a workshop as soon as full continue driving appears in the engine speeds and loads. possible. In an emergency, driving Driver Information Centre. can be continued for a short period, The control indicator % extinguishes keeping vehicle speed and engine % illuminates when diesel particle...
Page 142: Automatic Transmission
Driving and operating Automatic transmission Selector lever The automatic transmission permits automatic gearshifting (automatic mode) or manual gearshifting (manual mode). Transmission display Without brake pedal applied, the control indicator j illuminates. P = park position, wheels are If the selector lever is not in P when locked, engage only when the the ignition is switched off, the control vehicle is stationary and the...
Page 143: Manual Mode
Driving and operating Manual mode Do not accelerate while engaging a In manual mode no automatic shifting gear. Never depress the accelerator to a higher gear takes place at high pedal and brake pedal at the same engine revolutions. time. Electronic driving When a gear is engaged, the vehicle slowly begins to creep when the...
Page 144 Driving and operating Interruption of power Kickdown 2. Release the selector lever trim from the centre console at the If the accelerator pedal is pressed supply front, fold it upwards and rotate it down completely in automatic mode, to the left. In the event of an interruption of the transmission shifts to a lower gear power supply, the selector lever...
Page 145: Manual Transmission
Driving and operating Manual transmission Brakes Caution The brake system comprises two It is not advisable to drive with the independent brake circuits. hand resting on the selector lever. If a brake circuit fails, the vehicle can still be braked using the other brake circuit.
Page 146: Parking Brake
Driving and operating Parking brake ABS starts to regulate brake pressure Control indicator u 3 90. as soon as a wheel shows a tendency Adaptive brake light to lock. The vehicle remains Manual parking brake steerable, even during hard braking. During full braking, all three brake lights flash for the duration of ABS ABS control is made apparent...
Page 147 Driving and operating Electric parking brake Do not operate electric parking brake Dynamic braking when vehicle is system too often without engine moving running as this will discharge the When the vehicle is moving and the vehicle battery. switch m is kept pulled, the electric parking brake system will decelerate Before leaving the vehicle, check the the vehicle, but will not apply...
Page 148: Traction Control System
Driving and operating Ride control systems Control indicator m flashes: electric The hill start assist is not active during an Autostop. parking brake is not fully applied or released. When continuously Traction Control system flashing, release electric parking The Traction Control system (TC) is a brake and retry applying.
Page 149: Electronic Stability Control
Driving and operating Electronic Stability Control Deactivation Electronic Stability Control (ESC) improves driving stability when necessary, regardless of the type of road surface or tyre grip. It also prevents the drive wheels from spinning. ESC operates in combination with the Traction Control system (TC) 3 147.
Page 150: Sport Mode
Driving and operating Interactive driving system ESC is operational after each engine For a more sporty behaviour ESC and start as soon as the control indicator TC can be deactivated separately: b extinguishes. Flex Ride ■ press button b briefly: only Traction When ESC operates b flashes.
Page 151 Driving and operating SPORT mode TOUR mode NORMAL mode All settings of the systems are adapted to standard values. Drive mode control Within each manually selected driving mode SPORT, TOUR or NORMAL, the Drive Mode Control (DMC) detects and analyses continuously the real driving characteristic, responses by the driver, and the active dynamic state of the vehicle.
Page 152: Driver Assistance Systems
Driving and operating Driver assistance dynamic vehicle condition and changes the settings for suspension systems to SPORT mode to increase vehicle stability. When the driving characteristic or the 9 Warning dynamic vehicle state returns to the former state, DMC will change the Driver assistance systems are settings to the preselected driving developed to support the driver...
Page 153 Driving and operating maintained. Control indicator m in Automatic deactivation: instrument cluster illuminates green. ■ vehicle speed below approx. Accelerator pedal can be released. 20 mph, Vehicle speed can be increased by ■ vehicle speed above approx. depressing the accelerator pedal. 125 mph, When the accelerator pedal is ■...
Page 154: Speed Limiter
Driving and operating Speed limiter Press button L. If cruise control has maximum speed. Speed limit is displayed in the Driver Information been activated before, it is switched The speed limiter prevents the Centre. off when speed limiter is activated vehicle exceeding a preset maximum and the control indicator m speed.
Page 155: Forward Collision Alert
Driving and operating The limited speed will flash in the By pressing button m to activate Driver Information Centre and, cruise control or by switching off the depending on the vehicle, additionally ignition, speed limiter is also a chime sounds during this period. deactivated and the stored speed is deleted.
Page 156 Driving and operating Alerting the driver Press button V, the current setting is General information shown on the Driver Information When approaching another vehicle Centre. Press button V again to 9 Warning too rapidly, the collision alert warning change the alert sensitivity. page will be indicated in the Driver Forward collision alert is just a Information Centre.
Page 157: Parking Assist Systems
Driving and operating the windscreen is used to detect the If there is no vehicle ahead or the The complete attention of the distance of a vehicle directly ahead in vehicle ahead is out of range, two driver is always required while the vehicle's path.
Page 158 Driving and operating vehicle gets closer to that obstacle. In both cases the LED in the button When the distance is less than about extinguishes and a message pops up 30 cm, the sound is continuous. in the Driver Information Centre. Additionally the distance to obstacles Fault can be shown in the Driver...
Page 159 Driving and operating Parking assist button and operation Long press of button D (approx. one logic second) activates or deactivates the advanced parking assist. Button logic operates the systems by pressing as following: ■ front-rear parking assist is active: short press deactivates front-rear parking assist.
Page 160 Driving and operating acoustic warning signals in the Deactivation vehicle. The interval between the The system is deactivated sounds becomes shorter as the automatically when exceeding a vehicle gets closer to that obstacle. certain speed while driving forward. When the distance is less than about Manual deactivation is also possible 30 cm, the sound is continuous.
Page 161 Driving and operating Advanced parking assist Button D and operation logic Activation Advanced parking assist and front- rear parking assist, see description before, both will be operated by button D. Short press of button D activates or deactivates the parking assist. Long press of button D (approx.
Page 162 Driving and operating Functionality The parking slot suggestion of the The instructions in the display show: system is accepted when the vehicle ■ a hint when driving faster than When the vehicle passes a row of is stopped by the driver within 18 mph, cars and the system is activated, the 10 metres after the Stop message is...
Page 163 Driving and operating As soon as turn indicator is switched Deactivation by the driver or by the off, the system searches for parking system during manoeuvring will be slots on the passenger side again. indicated by Parking Deactivated in the Driver Information Centre. Display priorities Fault After activating the advanced parking...
Page 164 Driving and operating Basic notes on parking assist trailers and trucks). Object systems identification and correct distance indication in the upper part of 9 Warning these vehicles cannot be guaranteed. Under certain circumstances, Objects with a very small reflection various reflective surfaces on cross section, like objects of objects or clothing as well as narrow size or soft materials, may...
Page 165: Side Blind Spot Alert
Driving and operating Note 9 Warning After production the advanced parking assist needs a calibration. Side blind spot alert does not For an optimal parking guidance a replace driver vision. driving distance of at least 6 miles The system does not detect: with many curves is required.
Page 166: Rear View Camera
Driving and operating The system can be activated or Side blind spot alert does not operate e.g. below the bumper or deactivated in the menu Settings in when the left or right corners of the underneath the vehicle, are not the Info-Display, vehicle rear bumper are covered with mud, displayed.
Page 167 Driving and operating The camera is mounted between the The top line of the display can be number plate lights and has a viewing cleared by pushing the multifunction angle of 130°. knob. Display settings Trajectory lane of the vehicle is shown in accordance with the steering angle.
Page 168: Traffic Sign Assistant
Driving and operating Traffic sign assistant Activation or deactivation of the rear Road signs view camera can be changed in the Beginning and end of: menu Settings in the Info-Display. Functionality ■ motorways Vehicle personalisation 3 102. The traffic sign assistant system ■...
Page 169 Driving and operating An exclamation mark in a frame Display indication indicates that there is an add on sign detected which cannot be recognised by the system. The system is active up to a speed of 124 mph depending on the lighting conditions.
Page 170 Driving and operating Pop-up function Speed limits and no passing signs are displayed as pop-ups on each page in the Driver Information Centre. The content of the traffic sign page is Once setting page is displayed, select also cleared during driving by pushing Off to deactivate pop-up function.
Page 171: Lane Departure Warning
Driving and operating Fault Criteria for the detection of an signs. Do not ignore traffic signs unintended lane change are: The traffic sign assistant system may which are not displayed by the not operate correctly when: ■ no operation of turn signals system.
Page 172: Fuel
Driving and operating Fuel on. When the control indicator ) in At speeds below 35 mph the system is inoperable. the instrument cluster illuminates green, the system is ready to operate. Fuel for petrol engines Fault The system is only operable at Only use unleaded fuel that complies The lane departure warning system vehicle speeds above 35 mph and if...
Page 173: Fuel For Diesel Engines
Driving and operating Caution Caution 9 Danger Use of fuel that does not comply to Use of fuel that does not comply to Before refuelling, switch off engine EN 228 or E DIN 51626-1 or EN 590 or similar can lead to and any external heaters with equivalent can lead to deposits or engine powerloss, increased wear...
Page 174: Fuel Consumption - Co
Driving and operating Fuel filler cap Only use genuine fuel filler caps. Diesel-engined vehicles have special fuel filler caps. Fuel consumption - CO Emissions The fuel consumption (combined) is within a range of 54 to 39 mpg. The CO emission (combined) is within a range of 169 to 138 g/km.
Page 175: Trailer Hitch
Driving and operating Trailer hitch Driving characteristics and applicable version), taking into consideration the vehicle weight in towing tips running order, as specified by the General information regulation. Before attaching a trailer, lubricate Only use towing equipment that has the coupling ball. However, do not do The figures are provided only for the been approved for your vehicle.
Page 176: Trailer Towing
Driving and operating Trailer towing The permissible gross train weight Rear axle load must not be exceeded. This weight is When the trailer is coupled and the specified on the identification plate Trailer loads towing vehicle fully loaded, the 3 226. permissible rear axle load (see The permissible trailer loads are identification plate or vehicle...
Page 177 Driving and operating Vehicle with spare wheel Vehicles with tyre repair kit Vehicles with flat load compartment floor The bag with the coupling ball bar is The bag with the coupling ball bar is placed near the tyre repair kit box The bag with the coupling ball bar is placed near the spare wheel under under the load floor cover.
Page 178 Driving and operating Fitting the coupling ball bar Checking the tensioning of the coupling ball bar ■ Pull out rotary knob and turn clockwise as far as it will go. Disengage and fold down the socket. ■ Red marking on rotary knob must Inserting the coupling ball bar Remove the sealing plug from the point towards green marking on...
Page 179 Driving and operating Insert the tensioned coupling ball bar Eye for break-away stopping cable ■ The coupling ball bar must be firmly in the opening and push firmly engaged in the opening. upwards until it audibly engages. ■ The coupling ball bar must be The rotary handle snaps back into its locked and the key removed.
Page 180 Driving and operating Open the protective flap and turn the key to position c to unlock the coupling ball bar. Pull out rotary handle and turn clockwise as far as it will go. Pull out coupling ball bar downwards. Insert sealing plug in opening. Fold away socket.
Page 181: Vehicle Care
Vehicle care Vehicle care General Information Vehicle storage Accessories and vehicle Storage for a long period of time If the vehicle is to be stored for several modifications General Information ....180 months: We recommend the use of genuine Vehicle checks ......181 ■...
Page 182: Vehicle Checks
Vehicle care Vehicle checks End-of-life vehicle ■ Open the bonnet, close all doors and lock the vehicle. recovery Performing work ■ Close the soft top. Information on end-of-life vehicle ■ Cover the soft top to reduce recovery centres and the recycling of environment influences.
Page 183: Engine Oil
Vehicle care If the bonnet is opened during an 9 Danger Autostop, the engine will be restarted automatically for safety reasons. The ignition system and Xenon headlights use extremely high Closing voltage. Do not touch. Before closing the bonnet, press the support into the holder.
Page 184 Vehicle care Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, We recommend the use of the same insert it to the stop on the handle, pull grade of engine oil that was used at out and read the engine oil level. last change.
Page 185: Engine Coolant
Vehicle care Engine coolant the coolant concentration checked and have the cause of the coolant The coolant provides freeze loss remedied by a workshop. protection down to approx. -28 °C. In northern countries with very low Washer fluid temperatures the factory filled coolant provides frost protection down to approx.
Page 186: Vehicle Battery
Vehicle care Vehicle battery Caution Vehicles without stop-start system Only washer fluid with a sufficient will be equipped with a lead acid antifreeze concentration provides battery. Vehicles with stop-start protection at low temperatures or system will be equipped with an a sudden drop in temperature.
Page 187 Using an AGM vehicle battery discharge. Disconnect the clamp from negative terminal must be opened. different from the original Vauxhall the negative terminal of the vehicle vehicle battery may result in a lower Only use vehicle batteries that allow battery.
Page 188: Wiper Blade Replacement
Vehicle care Wiper blade replacement Warning label ■ See the Owner's Manual for further information. ■ Explosive gas may be present in the vicinity of the vehicle battery. Diesel fuel system bleeding If the tank has been run dry, the diesel fuel system must be bled.
Page 189: Bulb Replacement
Vehicle care Bulb replacement Halogen headlights Low/High beam (1) Switch off the ignition and switch off the relevant switch or close the doors. Only hold a new bulb at the base! Do not touch the bulb glass with bare hands. Use only the same bulb type for replacement.
Page 190 Vehicle care 2. Rotate the bulb holder Sidelight/Daytime running light anticlockwise to disengage. Withdraw the bulb holder from the reflector. 2. Remove the bulb from the socket by pulling. 3. Replace and insert new bulb into 1. Rotate bulb socket (2) socket.
Page 191: Adaptive Forward Lighting
Vehicle care Adaptive forward lighting Corner lighting 2. Rotate the bulb holder anticlockwise to disengage. Withdraw the bulb holder from the 9 Danger reflector. Adaptive forward lighting system uses Xenon headlights. Xenon headlights work under extremely high electrical voltage. Do not touch. Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.
Page 192: Fog Lights
Vehicle care Fog lights Front turn signal lights The bulbs are accessible from the underside of the vehicle. 2. Disengage the bulb socket from the plug connector by pressing 1. Rotate cap (1) anticlockwise and the retaining lug. remove it. 3.
Page 193: Tail Lights
Vehicle care Tail lights 2. Graphic shows version with halogen headlights. 3. Remove the bulb from the socket by turning anticlockwise. Graphic shows version with 1. Open and remove the cover on 4. Replace and insert new bulb into adaptive forward lighting the inside of the boot lid by loosen socket by turning clockwise.
Page 194 Vehicle care 3. Remove and replace bulb 4. Insert bulb holder into tail light assembly and turn clockwise. Remove bulb holder by turning 2. Release cover in side trim panel anti-clockwise. and remove. Turn signal lights (1) Reversing lights (2) 5.
Page 195: Side Turn Signal Lights
Vehicle care Side turn signal lights Turn signal lights (1) Tail lights (2) To replace bulb, remove lamp housing: 2. Turn bulb holder anticlockwise and remove from housing. 4. Remove and replace bulb. 5. Insert the bulb holder into housing 1.
Page 196: Number Plate Light
Vehicle care 4. Insert bulb holder and turn 5. Insert bulb holder into lamp clockwise. housing and turn clockwise. 5. On left side: insert front end into 6. Insert lamp into bumper and let fender, slide forward and insert engage. rear end.
Page 197: Electrical System
Vehicle care Electrical system Fuses Data on the replacement fuse must match the data on the defective fuse. There are three fuse boxes in the vehicle: ■ in the front left of the engine compartment, ■ in left-hand drive vehicles, in the interior behind the storage compartment, or, in right-hand drive vehicles, behind the...
Page 198: Engine Compartment Fuse
Vehicle care Engine compartment fuse No. Circuit Engine control module Lambda sensor Fuel injection, ignition system Fuel injection, ignition system – Mirror heating Fan control Lambda sensor, engine cooling Rear window sensor The fuse box is in the front left of the 10 Vehicle battery sensor engine compartment.
Page 199 Vehicle care No. Circuit No. Circuit No. Circuit 17 Transmission control module 33 Adaptive forward lighting, auto‐ 48 Radiator fan matic light control 18 Heated rear window 49 Fuel pump 34 Exhaust gas recirculation 19 Front power windows 50 Headlamp levelling, adaptive 35 Power windows, rain sensor, forward lighting 20 Rear power windows...
Page 200: Fuse Box
Vehicle care Instrument panel fuse box No. Circuit Displays Body control unit, exterior lights Body control unit, exterior lights Infotainment system Infotainment system, instru‐ ment Power outlet, cigarette lighter Power outlet In right-hand drive vehicles, the fuse box is located behind a cover in the Body control module, left low glovebox.
Page 201 Vehicle care No. Circuit No. Circuit 16 Boot lid relay Soft top control module, power rail right 17 Air conditioning system – 18 Service diagnose Parking assist 19 Body control module, brake lights, tail lights, interior lights – 20 - –...
Page 202: Vehicle Tools
Vehicle care Vehicle tools No. Circuit No. Circuit 16 Seat ventilation, rear view 31 – Tools camera, soft top control module 32 Flex Ride Vehicles with spare wheel 17 – 18 – 19 Steering wheel heating 20 – 21 Seat heating 22 –...
Page 203: Wheels And Tyres
Vehicle care Wheels and tyres Vehicles with tyre repair kit Vehicles with tyre repair kit and flat load compartment floor Wheels On vehicles with Diesel engines no steel rims and only special, for this vehicle approved alloy wheels are permitted. Tyre condition, wheel condition Drive over edges slowly and at right angles if possible.
Page 204: Tyre Pressure
Vehicle care Tyre pressure Use tyre size 225/55 R17 only as Always inflate the spare tyre to the winter tyres. pressure specified for full load. Check the pressure of cold tyres at On vehicles with Diesel engines, no The ECO tyre pressure serves to least every 14 days and before any steel rims and only special, vehicle- achieve the smallest amount of fuel...
Page 205: Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Vehicle care 9 Warning Caution If the pressure is too low, this can Tyre pressure monitoring system result in considerable tyre warm- warns just about low tyre pressure up and internal damage, leading to condition and does not replace tread separation and even to tyre regular tyre maintenance by the blow-out at high speeds.
Page 206 Vehicle care Turn the adjuster wheel to select the After inflating, driving may be External high-power radio equipment tyre pressure monitoring system. required to update the tyre pressure could disrupt the tyre pressure values in the DIC. During this time w monitoring system.
Page 207: Tread Depth
Vehicle care 12 mph. In this case, $ can be For safety reasons it is recommended displayed or pressure values can that the tread depth of the tyres on swap in the Driver Information Centre. one axle should not vary by more than 2 mm.
Page 208: Wheel Covers
Vehicle care Wheel covers Tyre chains Tyres age, even if they are not used. We recommend tyre replacement Wheel covers and tyres that are every 6 years. factory approved for the respective vehicle and comply with all of the Changing tyre and wheel relevant wheel and tyre combination size requirements must be used.
Page 209: Tyre Repair Kit
Vehicle care On another version, a bag with the 9 Warning tyre repair kit is fixed at the left rear lashing eye in the load compartment. Damage may lead to tyre blowout. 1. Take the tyre repair kit from the load compartment.
Page 210 Vehicle care 10. Set the rocker switch on the 4. Screw the compressor air hose to 6. Unscrew valve cap from defective compressor to I. The tyre is filled the connection on the sealant tyre. with sealant. bottle. 7. Screw the filler hose to the tyre 11.
Page 211 Vehicle care 14. Detach the tyre repair kit. Push catch on bracket to remove sealant bottle from bracket. Screw the tyre inflation hose to the free connection of the sealant bottle. This prevents sealant from escaping. Stow tyre repair kit in load compartment.
Page 212: Wheel Changing
Vehicle care Wheel changing Note ■ Never crawl under a jacked-up The driving characteristics of the vehicle. Some vehicles are equipped with a repaired tyre are severely affected, ■ Do not start the vehicle when it is tyre repair kit instead of a spare wheel therefore have this tyre replaced.
Page 213 Vehicle care the wheel cover with the hook. 3. Ensure the jack is correctly Vehicle tools 3 201. positioned under the relevant vehicle jacking point. Alloy wheels: Disengage wheel nut caps with a screwdriver and remove. To protect the wheel, place a soft cloth between the screwdriver and the alloy wheel.
Page 214: Spare Wheel
Vehicle care 10. Align the valve hole in the wheel Rear arm position of the lifting cover with the tyre valve before platform centrically under the recess installing. of the sill. Install wheel nut caps. Install centre cap on alloy wheels. 11.
Page 215 Vehicle care The spare wheel has a steel rim. remove conus and take out the spare wheel. Caution The use of a spare wheel that is smaller than the other wheels or in combination with winter tyres could affect driveability. Have the defective tyre replaced as soon as possible.
Page 216 Vehicle care Stowing the spare wheel back in the well after replacing the damaged wheel 1. Close the soft top and fold in the load compartment partition. 2. Remove floor cover, untwist and remove wing nut and conus. 3. Stow the tools in the tool box and the bag.
Page 217: Jump Starting
Vehicle care Jump starting positioned as far as possible to could affect driveability. Have the the front. Secure the wheel by defective tyre replaced as soon as turning the wing nut clockwise. possible. Do not start with quick charger. 6. Insert and close floor cover. A vehicle with a discharged vehicle Only mount one temporary spare battery can be started using jump...
Page 218 Vehicle care ■ Never expose the battery to naked ■ The vehicles must not come into 3. Connect the black lead to the flames or sparks. contact with each other during the negative terminal of the booster jump starting process. battery.
Page 219: Towing
Vehicle care Towing 4. Switch on electrical consumers (e.g. headlights, heated rear window) of the vehicle receiving Towing the vehicle the jump start. 5. Reverse above sequence exactly when removing leads. Screw in the towing eye anticlockwise as far as it will go until it stops in a horizontal position.
Page 220: Towing Another Vehicle
Vehicle care Towing another vehicle Caution Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. Excessive tractive force can damage the vehicle. When the engine is not running, considerably more force is needed to brake and steer. To prevent the entry of exhaust gases from the towing vehicle, switch on the air recirculation and close the Screw in the towing eye anticlockwise...
Page 221: Appearance Care
Vehicle care Appearance care Wax painted parts of the vehicle Caution regulary. Exterior care Bird droppings, dead insects, resin, Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. pollen and the like should be cleaned Excessive tractive force can off immediately, as they contain Locks damage the vehicle.
Page 222: Exterior Lights
Vehicle care Polishing and waxing For mechanical removal of ice, use a Caution sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the Wax painted parts of the vehicle scraper firmly against the glass so regularly (at the latest when water no After washing or cleaning, the soft that no dirt can get under it and longer beads).
Page 223: Interior Care
Vehicle care After the underbody is washed, check The instrument cluster and the Plastic and rubber parts the underbody and have it waxed if displays should only be cleaned using Plastic and rubber parts can be necessary. a soft damp cloth. If necessary use a cleaned with the same cleaner as weak soap solution.
Page 224: Service And Maintenance
Service and maintenance Service and General information Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, maintenance Malta, Montenegro, Netherlands, Service information Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, In order to ensure economical and Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, safe vehicle operation and to Switzerland, United Kingdom. General information ....
Page 225: Recommended Fluids
Service and maintenance Recommended fluids, Make sure that the Service and aging control, whereas viscosity Warranty Booklet is completed grade gives information on the oil's lubricants and parts correctly as continuous proof of thickness over a temperature range. service is essential if any warranty or Dexos is the newest engine oil quality Recommended fluids and goodwill claims are to be met, and is...
Page 226 Service and maintenance Additional engine oil additives protection down to approx. -28 °C. In northern countries with very low The use of additional engine oil temperatures the factory filled coolant additives could cause damage and provides frost protection down to invalidate the warranty.
Page 227: Technical Data
Technical data Technical data Vehicle identification Identification plate Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle identification ....226 Vehicle data ....... 228 The identification plate is located on the front left door frame. The Vehicle Identification Number is visible through the windscreen.
Page 228: Engine Identification
Technical data Information on identification label: Specifications in the vehicle documents always have priority over 1 = Manufacturer those given in this manual. 2 = Type approval number 3 = Vehicle Identification Number Engine identification 4 = Permissible gross vehicle weight rating in kg The technical data tables show the 5 = Permissible gross train weight...
Page 229: Vehicle Data
Technical data Vehicle data Recommended fluids and lubricants European service schedule Required engine oil quality All European countries (except Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey) Only Israel Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines dexos 1 – –...
Page 230 Technical data International service schedule Required engine oil quality All countries outside Europe except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines dexos 1 ✔ – – – dexos 2 –...
Page 231 Technical data All countries outside Europe except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines ACEA A3/B3 ✔ – ✔ – ACEA A3/B4 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ACEA C3 ✔ ✔...
Page 232: Engine Data
Technical data Engine data Sales designation 1.4 Turbo 1.4 Turbo 1.6 Turbo 2.0 CDTI 2.0 CDTI BiTurbo Engine identifier code A14NEL A14NET A16XHT A20DTH A20DTR Number of cylinders 1364 1364 1598 1956 1956 Piston displacement [cm Engine power [kW] at rpm 4200-6000 4900-6000 6000...
Page 233 Technical data Performance Engine A14NEL A14NET A16XHT A20DTH A20DTR Maximum speed [mph] Manual transmission Automatic transmission – – – The maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg payload. Optional equipment could reduce the specified maximum speed of the vehicle.
Page 234: Vehicle Weight
Technical data Vehicle weight Kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission without/with air conditioning A14NEL 1701 – [kg] A14NET – 1701 A16XHT 1733 1733 A20DTH 1816 1816 A20DTR 1816 – Kerb weight, basic model with all optional equipment Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission...
Page 235: Vehicle Dimensions
Technical data Vehicle dimensions Length [mm] 4696 Lenght max. when operating soft top [mm] 4760 Width without exterior mirrors [mm] 1839 Width with two exterior mirrors [mm] 2020 Height (without antenna) [mm] 1443 Height max. when operating soft top [mm] 2103 Length of load compartment floor [mm] Length of load compartment with folded rear seats [mm]...
Page 236 Technical data Capacities Engine oil Engine A14NEL, A16XHT A20DTH, A14NET A20DTR including Filter [l] between MIN and MAX [l] Fuel tank Petrol/diesel, refill quantity [l]...
Page 237: Tyre Pressures
Technical data Tyre pressures Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) A14NEL, 235/55 R17, 230/2.3 (34) 230/2.3 (34)
Page 238 Technical data Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) A20DTH, 235/55 R17, 250/2.5 (36) 230/2.3 (34) 280/2.8 (41)
Page 239: Customer Information
To read this data, special equipment and access to the vehicle is required. Some diagnostic data is electronically fed into Vauxhall global systems when the vehicle is serviced in a workshop, in order to document the...
Page 240 RFID technology in owner or, if the vehicle is leased, of organisations for research Vauxhall vehicles does not use or the lessee purposes record personal information or link ■ in response to an official request of...
Page 241: Index
Index Accessories and vehicle Battery discharge protection ..122 modifications ......180 Battery voltage ......102 Active head restraints....45 Bonnet ........182 Adaptive forward lighting ..Brake and clutch fluid....224 ........93, 114, 190 Brake and clutch system ..... 89 Adjustable air vents ....
Page 242 Control indicators......86 Electronic Stability Control..148 Following distance indication..156 Control of the vehicle ....133 Electronic Stability Control and Forward collision alert....154 Controls........76 Traction Control system.... 91 Front airbag system ..... 60 Convex shape ......28 Electronic Stability Control off..
Page 243 Headlights when driving abroad 113 Interruption of power supply ..143 Head restraint adjustment ..... 8 Introduction ........3 New vehicle running-in ....134 Head restraints ......44 ISOFIX child restraint systems ..67 Number plate light ..... 195 Heated mirrors ......29 Heated rear window .....
Page 244 Side airbag system ...... 60 Towing equipment ..... 175 Side blind spot alert....164 Towing the vehicle ..... 218 Radio Frequency Identification Sidelights........110 Traction Control system ..... 147 (RFID)........239 Side turn signal lights ....194 Traction Control system off... 91 Radio remote control ....
Page 245 Vehicle data........ 228 Windscreen wiper/washer ... 78 Vehicle data recording and Winter tyres ....... 202 privacy........238 Wiper blade replacement ..187 Vehicle detected ahead....93 Vehicle dimensions ....234 Vehicle Identification Number ..226 Vehicle jack........ 201 Vehicle messages ..... 100 Vehicle personalisation .....

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